We’ve asked Motorola for comment on the news and will update when we hear back.

According to the filing, Apple has issued a complaint over the design of the Xoom, but it’s unclear if it has requested a preliminary injunction to have Motorola stop selling its tablet in Europe. Mueller writes: “While it’s not stated explicitly, I suppose that the complaint against Motorola also asks the court for an EU-wide injunction — but perhaps just for a permanent injunction without a previous preliminary one.”

Mueller also notes that German courts typically don’t grant preliminary injunctions if rights holder are aware of infringements for too long. Since the Xoom launched earlier this year, Apple is likely past whatever time limitation German courts typically impose for urgent preliminary injunctions. The company can still pursue a permanent injunction, however.